Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Design Museum in Ghent is set to reopen in autumn 2025 after renovations and a new sustainable wing, “DING,” enhancing its exhibition space and community engagement.
Construction has started on the outside wall of the Design Museum in Ghent. Bricklayers are carefully putting together sustainable materials. This project uses materials from local people, which helps the environment and builds community.
Authorities mentioned that the wall shows how city growth can use eco-friendly ideas. When finished, the museum will show how sustainability and architecture can work together. It will be a landmark that celebrates Ghent’s history and the promise of green design.
How is the Design Museum Ghent utilising eco-friendly bricks?
The Design Museum in Ghent is using special sustainable bricks for its new wall. These bricks are made from crushed glass and concrete from construction waste. Local people provide these materials. It only takes one minute to press each brick, and they do not need to be fired like regular bricks. Instead, they dry naturally, which saves energy.
According to Environmentalists, this way of making bricks is better for the environment. It produces less CO2 than traditional bricks, making it a greener choice. They mentioned that by using these eco-friendly bricks, the museum shows its commitment to sustainability and sets a good example for modern building practices.
Bricks were made for the museum, and other companies can use the same method to make them. This could help more builders use eco-friendly materials in future projects and support a circular economy.
What awards has the Design Museum Ghent received for its renovation?
The project has received a lot of praise for its new ideas. The Design Museum Ghent won a Building Award for using eco-friendly materials. It is also nominated for the Henry van de Veldeprijs, which honors great design. The facade is covered while construction is still going on, but it will soon be shown.
The Design Museum Ghent is getting a big upgrade. They are adding a new wing that will have four floors. This new space will be used for exhibitions and events. It will help the museum show more modern design and host different activities. The museum wants to be a key cultural spot in Ghent for everyone to enjoy.
Builders mentioned that one special feature would be a big terrace with nice views of a nearby hotel courtyard. If all goes well, the new part of the museum will open next year. The project will cost over 20 million euros. The museum’s goal is to create a great space for design and innovation in Ghent.
The Design Museum in Ghent closed in 2022 for a big renovation. It is changing to show modern ideas and focus on being friendly to the environment. A new wing is being built to add more space and show new design ideas. A part of this project is the outside wall, which will be made from bricks created from construction waste given by people in Ghent.
These bricks come from a new project that supports eco-friendly buildings. A total of 82,000 bricks were made at the Arsenaal site in Gentbrugge, which is known for green projects, and they are being used for the first time in this museum.
